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Coffee Machine
Firstly, the type of machine you get should be dependent on your needs. If you love espressos, get an espresso machine; if you value speed, get a capsule machine. Don’t overcomplicate the machine you choose simply because you want the fanciest or the most expensive one.
Firstly, you need a coffee machine. Whether it be a capsule coffee machine, an espresso machine, or something else, you can’t have a coffee station without a machine. When it comes to which one is best for you, there is one main thing you need to remember.
Coffee Grinder
One of the main benefits of a home coffee machine is that you are able to choose the exact coffee beans you want for your brew. However, you need to turn those beans into grounds before you can make a coffee.
A coffee grinder is a small but useful appliance for your coffee station, and being able to grind your own beans not only makes the coffee taste that much better, but you can also experiment with different types of grounds.
Coffee Beans
The next thing you need is some coffee beans. There is no right or wrong choice here, but if you are a coffee-lover, it is best to pay more attention to quality and where the beans are from, than to the price.
If you are unfamiliar with beans and the coffee making process, spend a few weeks experimenting and trying beans from different regions with different roasts. This is the best way to find what you like and don’t like, and you may find that you enjoy one type of bean for espresso, and one for lattes, for example.
Milk Frother
A milk frother is another simple appliance that heats up milk and gives it that light, foamy texture that is ideal for lattes and cappuccinos. They are inexpensive, and will give your coffee that extra touch that will take it to a cafe-level drink.
Set of Mugs & Espresso Cups
For mugs and cups, it is best to have a selection for all the different types of coffee you will be making. Once again, there are no set rules, but for example, a cappuccino and a latte are best served and enjoyed in two different types of cups.
Syrups/Spices/Extras
Finally, if you enjoy flavored coffees, you should invest in a few syrups and spices. Vanilla syrup, cinnamon, and chocolate are just a few of the things you can add to your coffee to give you an entirely new tasting experience.
Styling Tips
Here are a few things you should remember when styling and creating your coffee station to ensure it gives you the best possible coffee-making experience.
Outlets
Firstly, you need to have your coffee station in an area of the kitchen that has enough outlets, and outlets that can be used only for your coffee making appliances. This is simply for convenience and to prevent your station from getting cluttered with other appliances.
Storage
Once your coffee station is a few months old and you have collected coffee beans, different appliances, mugs, etc, you are going to need somewhere to put them. An easy fix is to install a floating shelf or two, as this will typically be enough storage space.
If you are in the position where you can build a coffee station, opt for cupboards, as this is a better way to keep things out of the way and keep them clean.
Move Outside the Kitchen
Don’t think that a coffee station is something that is only reserved for the kitchen. While it is often the easiest place for many people to have them, it isn’t the only place, and if you have the room, you can put one in a completely different area of your house.
You can also opt for having one outdoors if you have an enclosed patio or outdoor entertainment area; you can also even have a mini one in your bedroom, and create something similar to what you see in many hotel rooms.
Coffee Bar Pantry
Once again, if you are building or have the ability to do renovations, building a coffee bar pantry is another way to create a sleek and chic look. In simple terms, a coffee bar pantry is a coffee bar that is in a nook, hidden by a door or cupboard.
Give it Personality
Finally, make your coffee station unique by giving it some personality. You can make it look like it’s in an Italian bistro, a beach restaurant, or anything in between. With very little time and money, you can decorate it however you want and make it a truly unique area of your kitchen.
In conclusion, a home coffee bar is not only relatively easy to create, but it is also a must for every coffee-lover, or even people who just enjoy their morning cup of Joe. You can make it as simple or as complicated as you want, and also give it some personality that reflects your own personal taste and style.
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